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3-alarm fire in Dorchester Three Decker on Friday Night
BFD responded to a call at 20 Normandy Street around 8pm on Friday. Fire was showing and quickly escalating to three alarms with heavy fire [...]
Two Suspects Arrested After an Armed Home Invasion in Dorchester
On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) arrested Michael Collins, 53, of Boston, and Rashard Brown, 34, of Dorchester, for multiple firearm and [...]
Winter is coming: Mayor Michelle Wu Shares Boston’s Winter Weather Preparations
BOSTON – Monday, December 8, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu and City officials today announced winter weather preparations currently underway in the City of Boston [...]
Moakley Park wins a major design award! Get the details!
BOSTON – December 8, 2025 – On November 20, 2025, the Holcim Foundation for Sustainable Construction announced Moakley Park as the North American Grand Prize [...]
TRENDING
EAT & DRINK
McGonagle’s Celebrates One Year with a Month-Long Anniversary Party
Fresh off a standout first year earning praise as one of Boston’s most exciting new Irish pubs and landing on The New York Times’ prestigious [...]
Cheers! McGonagle’s celebrates one year in the neighborhood!
McGonagle’s is celebrating its one-year anniversary in the neighborhood, and the popular Irish pub is marking the milestone with music, friends, day-drinking, and a look [...]
Holiday Entertaining at Home with Help from these Dorchester Businesses
We’ve got the scoop on where to get delicious meals, side dishes, and desserts for all your holiday entertaining! Check back as this list will [...]
New in the Neighborhood: Acapella by X on Dot Ave
Dorchester has a new dining spot to check out. Acapella by X is now open at 1505 Dorchester Ave, bringing a mix of international-inspired dishes [...]
DORCHESTER REAL ESTATE
LIVING
Want to buy a single family in Greater Boston? It’s gonna cost you a cool $1M – Wowza
Well, it finally happened—Greater Boston has officially crossed into the [...]
Dorchester Development News: New Housing Proposed for Murphy Funeral Home Parking Lot
Big changes could be coming to a well-known stretch of [...]
More Housing Coming to Bailey Street — 12 New Condos Approved Near Ashmont
Big changes are coming to Bailey Street! The Zoning Board [...]
Belichick’s Girlfriend Is Quietly Building a Real Estate Empire — Including Dorchester
Well, here’s one for the “Did You Hear?” files. Turns [...]
Big Changes Coming to Morrissey Boulevard: Developers File Plans for Two 18-Story Towers
Some changes are coming to Morrissey Boulevard! According to Universal [...]
FEATURES
‘Tis the season for giving back!
Here are some Dorchester organizations, groups and charities to consider making a donation to this holiday season! Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester Boys & [...]
Why I Hate Elf on the Shelf
I hate the Elf on the Shelf. One year, I spent almost two hours in a cold shed on December 1st looking for the box [...]
City Of Boston to Host 5th Annual Ship Lighting at Martin’s Park on November 29th
Boston’s newest holiday tradition will be held on Saturday, November 29, from 4-6 p.m. in Martin’s Park at the Smith Family Waterfront. Located in the Seaport District and Fort [...]
Leeward Men’s Clinic Encourages Putting Mental Health First
Men - be honest. How much do depression, anxiety, trauma, or anger interfere with your life? What would your relationships, work, social life, etc, look [...]
LIFESTYLE
Take a Pause: Special Yin + Sound Bath Event at Open Doors Dorchester on Sunday
If the holiday rush is already catching up with you, Open Doors Dorchester is offering a much-needed moment to slow down. On Sunday, December 7th, [...]
Let’s Go Skating: Public Skating is Back in the Neighborhood
Lace ’em up! On Friday, November 28, 2025, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will open all agency-managed ice rinks in the City of [...]
Deck the Halls: Where to get Christmas trees, wreaths + holiday decor
Haul out the Holly! Christmas is coming. It’s time to deck the halls! Here are some places to pick up a tree, wreaths and more: [...]
Small Business Saturday – Shop Local!
The holidays are upon us, and here’s your reminder to support our local small business community this season! Check back, as this list will be [...]
SEE & DO
Weekend Picks – December 12th
Adams Village Holiday Stroll Join friends and neighbors on Saturday, December 13th, from 12-5 PM in Adams Village for a festive evening packed with seasonal fun! Local businesses [...]
Boston Night Hikes: The Franklin Park Wilderness on December 18th
Meet fellow urban hikers and explore the "wilderness" of Franklin Park after dark on a 2.4-mile hike from Green Street Station to Drawdown Brewing, with [...]
Winter Wonderland – 2nd Annual Adams Village Holiday Stroll
It’s the most festive time of the year in Adams Village! Adams Village is ready to sparkle this Saturday, December 13th, with the second annual [...]
Last Minute Pick for Holiday Fun: BFCU Member Holiday Party
Get into the holiday spirit! Boston Firefighters Credit Union is getting into the holiday spirit and inviting members and their families to celebrate at its [...]
